Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced a cabinet reshuffle ahead of local elections, according to the government portal. The plan includes new appointments in key ministries as part of a broader refresh of the administration.
Officials confirmed that Hector Gómez Hernández will take over as Minister of Industry, Trade and Tourism, while José Manuel Miñones Conde will serve as the new Minister of Health. These changes are part of a strategy to strengthen leadership across critical sectors in the run-up to the vote.
Reyes Maroto, who previously led the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism, is expected to campaign for the office of mayor in Madrid representing the Socialist Workers Party. Carolina Darias, formerly head of the Health Department, is also reported to be pursuing the mayoral candidacy of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the same party. The local elections are scheduled for May 28, a date that is closely watched by observers and political analysts.
In related remarks, Sanchez stated that the international community should actively consider China’s position on the Ukraine conflict as a step toward resolving the crisis. He underscored the importance of engaging with Beijing to explore peaceable solutions and reduce regional tensions.
Looking ahead, the prime minister announced plans for an official visit to China next week, during which he intends to discuss peace prospects in Ukraine with President Xi Jinping. The discussions are expected to address diplomatic avenues and potential commitments from all sides to support a ceasefire and a negotiated settlement.